Nobody expects that an ex-spouse will die suddenly while their children are still minors. It is assumed that both parents will live long enough to at least see them through into their first years at college. The death of a…
While it would be nice if parents could come to child custody decisions on their own during a divorce, it doesn’t always happen. When parents can’t reach common ground, it’s up to the judge to make the decision for them.…
Someone who is granted a declaration of Chapter 7 bankruptcy federally allows certain debt to be discharged and a clean financial record instituted. Creditors are paid through the nonexempt assets of the bankruptcy estate and the exempt assets are usually…
Do I Qualify for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? Coming to the decision that filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the best solution to resolve your financial woes can be difficult to finally come to terms with. Once you subsequently choose to make this…
How does filing bankruptcy affect my Mortgage? Homeowners considering Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy are often concerned about how their mortgage will be affected. Thankfully, the mortgage company cannot change the terms of your loan or raise the interest…
What are the Alternatives to Filing for Bankruptcy? If you are in over your head with debts, you could be thinking about getting a fresh start by filing bankruptcy. However, you’re likely having doubts about this decision. It’s true that bankruptcy…
What is the benefit of the probate process? Probate is a legal process by which a court validates a deceased individual’s will. If they did not leave a will, the court has jurisdiction over the distribution of the deceased’s estate. After…
DUI Charges and the Body’s Tolerance to Alcohol In the United States, studies have shown that drunk drivers result in more than 30 deaths each day, a statistic that would not surprise an Arlington, TX DUI lawyer. Drunk drivers are responsible…
Can my elderly parent refuse to write a will if I’m their primary caregiver? Upholding your parent’s final wishes may be challenging to do if they did not write a will detailing instructions for you to honor. There are many…
What is Probate? Probate is the legal process of validating a deceased person’s will in a court of law. During this process, the person appointed as the executor of the estate assumes their given responsibilities in administering the estate according…
Client Review
“We have had the pleasure of working with the Brandy Austin Law Firm on three occasions with various legal issues. We have always been treated with respect and empathy. We can’t say enough positive about Jennifer Lowe or Trey. Wonderful people to work with. Would very highly recommend.”
GARY QUILLIN
